Savory Garden Herb Sourdough Loaf
Prep
30 minutes
Cook
35 minutes
Servings
10
Kcal
190
* 3 cups bread flour
* 1 cup active sourdough starter
* 1 1/4 cups warm water
* 1 tablespoon salt
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (e.g. thyme, rosemary, oregano)
* 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
* 1 teaspoon minced garlic
* 1 teaspoon black pepper
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the active sourdough starter with warm water and olive oil until smooth.
3. Pour the starter mixture into the flour mixture and combine until a dough forms.
4. Add minced garlic and fresh parsley to the dough and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 4-6 hours, or until doubled in size.
6. Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round or oval loaf.
7. Place the shaped dough in a proofing basket (or on a baking sheet) and let it rise for another 1-2 hours, covered.
8. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a Dutch oven, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
9. Once the dough has risen again, carefully place it onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or into the hot Dutch oven.
10. Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife for better oven spring.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
